The Laguna Beach Police Department has nominated Corporal Antonio Manzano, Community Services Officer Rosie Santana and Sergeant David Gensemer as its employees of the year.
Manzano was nominated Officer of the Year, Santana was selected as Professional Staff Member of the Year, and Supervisor of the Year went to Gensemer.
According to a release from the department, these selections came after a thorough review by an awards committee made up of members from the Police Employees’ Association, Municipal Employees’ Association, and Police and Fire Management Association.
“After careful deliberation, a unanimous decision was reached to recognize the Officer of the Year, Professional Staff Member of the Year, and Supervisor of the Year,” the release stated. “The following recipients displayed passion and dedication to the police department’s mission in 2023 and set themselves apart to provide exceptional service to our community.”